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Multiple police, ambulance and fire crews on scene at taped off road in Northampton following 'incident' as residents and businesses evacuated
A number of residents and businesses on a busy route through Northampton have now been evacuated as a police incident continues.
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Police launch summer crackdown on crime and anti-social behaviour in Northampton town centre
Police have launched a nine-week operation to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour in Northampton town centre during the busy summer months.
‘St Andrew’s saved my life’: Woman looks to the future after treatment in Northampton
A woman who spent more than two years receiving treatment at St Andrew’s Healthcare in Northampton has spoken about how the specialist hospital helped her rebuild her life and look towards the future.
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Much-loved Northampton venue committed to giving customers ‘even greater value’ with new dining out discounts
A much-loved Northampton venue is committed to giving customers “even greater value” with its new dining out discounts for loyalty card holders.
Two days of one train per hour from Northampton to London and Birmingham as industrial action planned
Passengers are urged to check before they travel this weekend, as there will only be train per hour from Northampton to London and Birmingham due to planned industrial action.
Northamptonshire man jailed for 18 years after admitting six child sexual offences including multiple rapes
A Northamptonshire man has been jailed for more than 18 years after admitting six child sexual offences, including multiple rapes.
RSPCA launches campaign against cruelty during 'busiest' summer months as cases still high in Northamptonshire despite decrease from previous year
An animal charity has launched a campaign against cruelty during its “busiest” summer months, as cases are still high in Northamptonshire, despite a year-on-year decrease.
From 'worst performing' to good: Ofsted praises Reform-led West Northamptonshire Council's progress on children's services
Children’s services in West Northamptonshire have been rated as good with outstanding leadership, four years after being told it requires improvement.
12 family-friendly Northamptonshire pubs with outdoor play areas to keep the little ones entertained
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Dozens of vehicles attend unauthorised car meet at Northampton retail park as 19-year-old handed public space protection order notice
Dozens of vehicles attended at unauthorised car meet at a Northampton retail park, resulting in a 19-year-old driver – who was identified via social media posts – being handed a public space protection order notice.
CCTV image released after 'several assaults' at bar in Northampton nightlife hotspot
A CCTV image has been released by police after “several assaults” took place at a bar in a Northampton nightlife hotspot.
Harry’s Pals gives families ‘memories to last a lifetime’ at Northamptonshire helicopter day
A charity supporting families of children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions gave dozens of families the chance to create lasting memories at a special helicopter fun day in Northamptonshire.
PICTURES: Plans submitted for new community centre at large housing development on edge of Northampton
Plans have been submitted for a new community centre at the development on the western edge of Northampton.
MURDER ARRESTS: Man, 50s, dies after being found at bottom of Old Bank stairs in Northampton as police rearrest two people
Two people have been rearrested on suspicion of murder after a man in his 50s who was found at the bottom of the Old Bank stairs has sadly died.
Two food vans on Northampton Market Square still trading as council confirms court action to evict them
Two Northampton Market food traders remain on the Market Square more than two months after being ordered to leave, with West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) confirming it is in the process of court proceedings.
Emergency services rescue driver from car flipped on side in village near Harborough
Emergency services have rescued a driver from a car that flipped on its side in the main street of a village near Market Harborough.
Northampton primary school children rewarded for anti-fly-tipping posters
Pupils from Blackthorn Primary School have been thanked for supporting efforts to tackle fly-tipping by designing posters as part of a campaign in West Northamptonshire.
Calling all theatre fans – don’t miss out on these two open-air shows this summer at iconic landmark
Calling all theatre fans – do not miss out on your opportunity to enjoy these two open-air shows this summer at an iconic Northampton landmark.
Blogger Simon Tilley, who exposed Northamptonshire chief constable Nick Adderley, found dead in Corby hotel room
A man who was instrumental in bringing down a former top Northamptonshire cop has been discovered dead.
West Northamptonshire community groups invited to apply for grants of up to £15,000
Community groups and charities across West Northamptonshire are being invited to apply for grants of up to £15,000 to help deliver projects that support local residents.